THRASHING (OUT OR OVER) Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

thrashing (out or over)

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Definition of thrashing (out or over)

present participle of thrash (out or over)

as in speaking (of)

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discussing

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Ellis and other senior leaders have shared their own backgrounds on the bank’s intranet and blog to make others feel more comfortable discussing their upbringing.

— Sam Birchall, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
Officials are still discussing how the storm might affect the game.

— Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

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